*VAWA Cases

Victims of domestic violence often experience a wide range of emotional, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms that can persist long after the abuse ends.

These may include:

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Anxiety and panic attacks

• Depression and suicidal ideation

• Sleep disturbances and flashbacks

• Dissociation or emotional numbing

• Low self-esteem and chronic fear

When left undocumented, these symptoms may be misunderstood. An immigration evaluation can objectively identify and describe these symptoms and the impairment they cause

To be eligible, individuals must:

• Be the spouse, child, or parent of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

• Demonstrate they have resided with the abuser

• Show they have experienced battery or extreme cruelty

A psychological evaluation can help document the nature and severity of the abuse, providing essential documentation supporting your experience.